LoL - Worlds 2025: Gumayusi versus deokdam, from the bench to glory

The 2025 League of Legends World Championship concludes this Sunday with a legendary final between T1 and KT Rolster. This matchup, a historic chapter in the long-standing Telecom War, is set to define an era of esports rivalry.

Sheep Esports continues its daily spotlight series with a focus on the clash between two top-tier AD Carries — Lee "Gumayusi" Min-hyung and Seo "deokdam" Dae-gil. Both have reached exceptional levels of play after facing challenges that tested their resilience.

The rise and trial of Gumayusi

As a two-time world champion, Gumayusi enters Worlds 2025 with experience and the weight of high expectations. His consistency and bold playstyle have made him one of the most formidable threats on the international stage.

deokdam’s unexpected resurgence

For deokdam, this tournament marks only his second appearance at Worlds. His journey has been less predictable — few expected him to become one of the standout performers this season. Early in the year, many KT Rolster fans voiced disappointment when he was chosen over Kim "Peyz" Su-hwan.

“It was difficult to predict that deokdam would turn out to be one of the best players at Worlds at the beginning of the season.”

Despite the skepticism, deokdam’s determination and adaptability have silenced critics and redefined his reputation among fans and analysts alike.

Shared struggles, renewed strengths

While their careers differ in achievements and trajectory, Gumayusi and deokdam share one common thread — both have faced time on the bench due to coaching decisions. Those moments of uncertainty ultimately fueled their motivation to prove their worth, solidifying their places as indispensable parts of their respective teams.

As anticipation builds for the Worlds 2025 final, all eyes are on how these two rivals will write the next page of esports history.

Author’s Summary

Two AD Carries, Gumayusi and deokdam, rise from bench setbacks to headline the monumental T1 vs KT Rolster showdown at the 2025 League of Legends Worlds.

Sheep Esports — 2025-11-05